A.C.E. Academy will equip students from all backgrounds to succeed in the college and career of their
choice by driving academic excellence, developing strong character, and instilling an entrepreneurial mindset.

The board is scheduled to vote in a formal and professional manner to approve the minutes recorded during the previous board meeting.

*A.C.E. Academy Public Comment Policy is two per meeting for reaction to what has been discussed during the meeting.

Closing

Permit Update

Construction Timeline

Vote to Approve in Budget 

HB 981 – Local Schools Open Enrollment Study

Status: Passed House
Summary: Directs a formal study on open-enrollment policies within LEAs, allowing students to attend schools outside their assigned zones.
Impact: While many LEAs already allow transfers, a statewide policy could bring greater consistency and clarity to enrollment practices—potentially creating new opportunities and considerations for how charter schools and districts serve families across the public education system.

S442 – Parents Protection Act

Status: Passed Senate
Summary:

Ensures a parent’s refusal to affirm a child’s gender identity is not considered abuse or neglect

Prevents discrimination in adoption/foster placements based on gender identity beliefs

Impact: May influence school-family interactions and expectations around student identity policies in charter schools.

HB 886 – AEDs and CPR in Public Schools

Status: Passed House
Summary: Requires AEDs on-site and CPR training for staff in public schools.
Impact: Charter schools must plan for equipment purchase, staff training, and compliance.

New Mandates Affecting Charter Schools Statewide

• Cell Phone-Free Instructional Policies Required:  Mandates PSUs, including charters, to restrict cell phone use during instructional time.
• Mandatory Social Media & Mental Health Literacy Instruction K-12:  Requires instruction on social media safety, addiction, bullying, and mental health.
• Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Info on Student ID Cards:  Requires Lifeline info on student ID cards issued by charters.
• Dyslexia Screening for Early Learners:  Requires charters with early grades to conduct dyslexia screening.
• Meal Debt Equity Policy:  Requires all PSUs, including charters, to serve the same meals regardless of debt status.
• Statewide Efforts to Ease Hiring of School Psychologists:  Charters benefit from system-wide easing of hiring requirements.

Closed Session (If Necessary) Must be voted on prior to going into session.

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